AivyMaes Divers Resort

AivyMaes Divers Resort is situated in the heart of Dauin, Negros Oriental, providing a direct connection to the local marine environment. The resort's primary advantage is its own house reef, AivyMaes Reef, which is accessible straight from the beach and serves as a premier location for macro enthusiasts.

Beyond the immediate shoreline, the centre facilitates excursions to major regional destinations, including the highly regarded Apo Island. This location allows you to transition easily from a relaxed day on the beach to a dedicated boat trip to explore more significant reef systems.

The team consists of experienced instructors and dive masters who specialise in macro photography and creature spotting. Their expertise is particularly valuable when searching for the small, elusive species that define the Dauin area.

The centre is affiliated with both PADI and SSI, offering a wide range of training programmes. All instruction is conducted in English, ensuring clear communication for international divers.

The centre provides a complete range of certifications through both PADI and SSI. You can begin with Discover Scuba Diving or work towards your Open Water Diver certification, with Advanced Open Water and Rescue Diver courses also available.

For divers looking to expand their technical skills, the centre offers the SSI Nitrox Dry Course. Specialist training is also available for those aiming for the SSI Dive Master level, alongside EFR (Emergency First Response) courses.

Full kit hire is available on-site and is included within the various dive packages. For those who prefer to use their own equipment, a reduction is offered on the total cost.

The facility includes amenities such as shared kitchen access, hammocks, and bathrooms equipped with both hot and cold water. A dedicated camera fee applies for those bringing underwater photographic equipment on trips.

The AivyMaes Reef is a specialist site for macro life. You can find a diverse array of creatures including frogfish, flamboyant cuttlefish, mimic octopus, blue-ringed octopus, ghost pipefish, and harlequin shrimp.

The area is also home to the mandarin fish, which is a highlight for many divers. These small, colourful species inhabit the reef and require an experienced eye to spot.

The local marine life is abundant, featuring various octopus species and a variety of unique invertebrates that thrive in the local ecosystem.

The location offers both coastal dives and excursions to further sites. Divers can choose between shore entries at the house reef or boat-based trips to destinations like Apo Island.